Darth Vader's Lightsaber from ‘Empire Strikes Back’ & ‘Return of the Jedi’ Sells for $3.65 Million at Auction, Sets Record for ‘Star Wars’ Item | AI News Digest
Darth Vader's iconic lightsaber from 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Return of the Jedi' has sold for a record-breaking $3.65 million at auction. This sale marks the highest price ever for a Star Wars item, surpassing its presale estimate of $1 million to $3 million. The lightsaber, used by David Prowse and stunt double Bob Anderson, is the only hero lightsaber from the original trilogy to be auctioned. The auction coincides with the 45th anniversary of 'The Empire Strikes Back,' attracting significant interest from collectors. Other notable items sold include Anakin Skywalker’s stunt lightsaber and Indiana Jones’ bullwhip, showcasing the auction's appeal to film memorabilia enthusiasts.
